Enter the ancient Shu capital village of Jinsha: Archaeological Work Diary

Author: Chengdu Cultural Relics and Archaeology Institute (Editor)
Publisher:
Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: Following the discovery of the world-shocking Sanxingdui Ruins, the beginning of this book marks another astonishing archaeological find in the Chengdu Plain. A 3,000-year-old ancient Shu state village site, long buried, emerged dramatically amidst the rumble of excavators. Archaeologists named this site the "Jinsha Village Ruins." The authors of this book personally participated in the excavation of the Jinsha Village Ruins. With their eloquent pen, they blend field archaeology, extensive knowledge, and a scientific, realistic attitude to write this book. The authors will take you on a journey through thousands of years, into the ancient Shu capital of Jinsha Village, to experience the social life of the ancient Shu people, to listen to the breath of their lives, to feel the brilliance and splendor of ancient Shu civilization, and to share the joy and wonder brought by the great archaeological discovery.